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Distress Centre Calgary (DCC) provides 24 hour crisis support, professional counselling, youth peer support and referrals through 211 and our programs at SORCe – all at no cost. For over 50 years, Distress Centre has served Calgary and Southern Alberta, ensuring everyone has a place to turn in times of crisis.

10/10/2026

Today is .

If you experience thoughts of su***de or self-harm, having a plan in place can help you get through an intense moment of crisis.

A safety plan identifies the warning signs you notice in yourself, coping strategies you can use and the people and services you can reach out to for support. Explore the guide at https://distresscentre.com/resources/safety-planning-guide/

You don’t have to create a safety plan alone. Someone you trust or Distress Centre can help you work through it. Call or text 403-266-4357 for support.

10/08/2026

World Mental Health Day is October 10. It’s an opportunity to listen, learn and talk openly about .

If you’re worried that someone you care about may be having thoughts of su***de, you might not know what to say. This blog from our archive shares practical ways to start the conversation, listen without judgment and offer support. https://distresscentre.com/2023/11/03/what-to-say-to-someone-who-is-suicidal/

If you or someone you know is thinking about su***de, call or text 988 for support.

10/01/2026

Today is , a day to recognize and celebrate the older adults in our lives.
Did you know that Distress Centre Calgary answers calls to 403-SENIORS?
Through The Way In Network, older adults and their families can connect with information, services and community supports.
If you or an older adult in your life could use support navigating available resources, call 403-SENIORS (403-736-4677).
Learn more about The Way In Network from Carya: https://caryacalgary.ca/program/the-way-in-network/
Calgary Seniors' Resource Society JFSC Calgary Chinese Elderly Citizens' Association - CCECA

09/30/2026

Today we're reminded that healing begins with listening.
Thank you to our DEIA Committee for organizing a team opportunity this week to listen and reflect, honouring the stories and lived experiences of Indigenous peoples, including Residential School Survivors and their families, whose strength continues to shape journeys toward healing and reconciliation.
Thanks to Chief Cadmus Delorme, Cree and Saulteaux leader and former Chief of Cowessess First Nation for his inspiring talk, and to University of Calgary for hosting.
Chief Delorme reminds us that we all inherited this moment together. When you inherit something, you have a responsibility to do something about it.

Today can be a difficult one. Our office will be closed to honour National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, but crisis services are still available 24 hours. If you need support, call or text 403-266-4357.

09/29/2026

Thank you to the City of Calgary – Your Local Government, City Council and Calgary Police Service for visiting the Journey Church Calgary Day Space as part of their recent community safety bus tour.
The Day Space shows what’s possible when community organizations and public services work together to meet people where they are. Partnerships like this help connect people with the right supports, strengthen community connections and extend the reach of services across Calgary.
We’re grateful for the opportunity to share this work and the impact of strong community partnerships.
📍 Learn more about the Journey Church Day Space: https://www.myjourney.church/day-space
The Day Space is operated by Journey Church in partnership with Distress Centre Calgary, with City of Calgary funding allocated by Calgary Homeless Foundation.

09/18/2026

Not sure where to start?

211 Alberta can help connect you with community, social, health, and government services across the province.

Whether you're looking for support with housing, food, finances, mental health and addiction, transportation, or something else entirely, you don't need to find your way through the system on your own.

Community Navigators are available 24 hours a day to help you identify options, connect you with support, and walk alongside.

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Learn more: ab.211.ca

You don’t have to take the next step alone.

09/16/2026

We're looking forward to joining our Calgary community at Recovery Day Alberta on September 20!

Recovery Day brings people together to celebrate, share experiences, and learn about the many supports available across our community.

If you'll be there, stop by our booth to connect with our team! Learn more about the services that help people access community resources and supports across Southern Alberta.

📍 Calgary, 4 St SW between 12 and 17 Ave SW
📅 September 20, 12 – 5 p.m.

We hope to see you there.

Recovery Day Alberta

09/14/2026

September is Recovery Month. It’s an opportunity to recognize the journey people take toward the future they want for themselves.

We see every day how important connection can be. Sometimes it's a conversation. Sometimes it's support from family, friends, or community. Sometimes it's finding the right information, resource, or service at the right moment.

We're proud to help people connect with supports and navigate systems that can feel overwhelming to access alone.

This Recovery Month, please join us in celebrating resilience, hope, and the many recovery journeys taking place across our communities.

09/10/2026

Today is World Su***de Prevention Day, an opportunity to change the story and start conversations about su***de prevention.

At Distress Centre Calgary, our team of responders bring extensive training and knowledge to conversations with people seeking help. They hear common myths every day, and see how they can prolong emotional pain. They also see what can happen when myths lose their power, and people feel begin to feel safe talking about su***de.

In this blog post from our archives, they shared 4 common myths worth unpacking:

1. “Talking about su***de can cause su***de.”
Asking someone if they're thinking about su***de doesn't put the thought in their head. It can create a sense of safety and relief for someone who's already struggling.

2. “People considering su***de only want to end their life.”
Suicidal thoughts often come from overwhelming emotional pain. A person experiencing these thoughts may want their pain to end, not their life.

3. “People who die by su***de are selfish, cowardly or weak.”
Su***de is connected to profound pain, not to character.

4. “People who talk about su***de are just seeking attention.”
Talking about su***de can be incredibly difficult. These conversations can be an important expression of pain and a way of finding connection.

Want to learn more? Check out the full blog post at https://distresscentre.com/2025/09/10/the-most-common-su***de-myths-debunked-by-crisis-line-responders/

If you need support, or you're worried about someone you know, you don't have to be afraid to start the conversation.
Call or text 9-8-8.

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Suite 500, 999 8th Street SW
Calgary, AB
T2R1J5

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+14032661601

Website

http://www.distresscentre.com/

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